Tag "Review"

The Jeep Wrangler JL was introduced as a brand new model for 2018 after undergoing a complete redesign after a decade of the JK model. Not much has changed as we go into 2019 save for the addition of adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning.

The CX-5 introduces a new Signature trim level for 2019 which features a new 7.0-in. TFT digital gauge display, new 19-in. alloy wheels and a plethora of other new features both inside and out. A new SKYACTIV-G 2.5L turbocharged engine is available (standard with Signature trim) and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment technologies is now standard on all trim levels.

With the vast majority of Jeep-related headlines these days focusing on the new Wrangler JL and the even-newer Gladiator mid-size pickup, it may be easy to forget that Jeep does offer other SUV options, which of course share in the brand’s off-road-capable mantra. In December of last year, Jeep decided to invite a small group of Canadian journalists out to the mecca of off-roading here in North America – Moab, Utah – in order to showcase just how capable the off-road versions of some of these other SUVs can be.

The 9-speed transmission receives new calibrations and programming for 2019 while a engine idle-stop system has also been added. Higher up models now feature continuously variable suspension dampers and a new, sporty A-Spec variant has been added.

The 2019 Silverado has been completely redesigned from the ground up and now offers eight trim levels along with six different engine and transmission combinations including a new 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel engine. The truck is larger than its predecessor in every dimension despite being 450 lbs. (204 kg) lighter thanks to advanced manufacturing.